All Ears English Podcast

AEE: How to Be Concise Part 3: Avoid the Passive

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May 24, 2025
Discover how to enhance your English communication by avoiding passive voice and mastering the active voice for better clarity. The hosts explore the influence of personal traits on language use and share listener feedback motivations. Learn practical strategies for being concise in presentations and conversations, and hear personal stories about traffic violations leading to insights on clear communication. The importance of succinctness in personal and professional interactions is emphasized, especially within American business culture.
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ADVICE

Prefer Active Voice

  • Use active voice to make your sentences more direct and concise.
  • Avoid passive constructions to emphasize the doer and improve clarity in communication.
ADVICE

Use Grammar Strategically

  • Prioritize clear, active language to strengthen your message.
  • Use grammar strategically, not just vocabulary, to be concise and powerful when speaking.
ANECDOTE

Medical Drama Decision Making

  • Lindsay related how medical dramas highlight rapid, high-stakes decision making.
  • This urgency reflects why concise speech matters in important real-life situations.
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